Mindful Parenting in a Modern World | Sarah Ezrin | Author, Yoga Educator & Maternal Mental Health Advocate
Mindful Parenting in a Modern World | Sarah Ezrin | Author, Yoga Educator & Maternal Mental Health AdvocateDescription
Sarah Ezrin is redefining what modern parenting can look like. A yoga instructor, educator, maternal mental health advocate, and author of The Yoga of Parenting, Sarah brings mindfulness and realism to the often chaotic world of raising kids. In this episode, Kara and Sarah dive into the emotional rollercoaster of parenthood, the pressure to “do it all,” and why building your own village is more essential than ever. You’ll hear how Sarah blends yoga principles into parenting, what it means to maintain your identity as a parent, and why support systems in the U.S. are failing families. This conversation covers parenting as a spectrum, practical self-care, and how to stay grounded even when life gets messy.
00:00 Introduction to the Powerful Ladies Podcast
01:14 Meet Sarah Ezrin: Yoga Instructor and Maternal Mental Health Advocate
02:39 Sarah's Journey to Motherhood
04:01 The Challenges of Modern Parenthood
07:02 The Power of Women and Community
14:11 Understanding Female Rhythms and Productivity
22:59 Sarah's Childhood and Early Struggles
26:49 The True Essence of Yoga
29:15 Ancient Yoga Practices
29:45 Modern Yoga and Commoditization
31:28 Personal Yoga Journey
33:11 Yoga and Parenting
33:30 Writing 'The Yoga of Parenting'
41:08 Powerful Ladies and Empowerment
45:42 Balancing Life and Business
51:18 Connecting and Sharing Wisdom
56:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms.
Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think.
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